WILLIAM SMITH HIGH SCHOOL
WILLIAM SMITH HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Aurora Joint District No. 28 of the counties of Adams and A school district, located in AURORA, CO with about 339 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 19 teachers, WILLIAM SMITH HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
WILLIAM SMITH HIGH SCHOOL, located in Aurora, Colorado, is a small, relationship-focused public high school that operates as part of the Aurora Public Schools district. Distinguished by its "expeditionary learning" philosophy, the school emphasizes a project-based curriculum where students engage in in-depth investigations of real-world topics. This approach is designed to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility, moving beyond traditional textbook-based instruction to prioritize hands-on application and community engagement.
The school is particularly noted for its tight-knit culture, which is intentionally structured to ensure that every student is well-known by the staff. By utilizing smaller class sizes and personalized learning plans, William Smith aims to create an inclusive environment where students feel supported as they pursue their academic and personal goals. With a focus on social-emotional growth alongside rigorous academics, the school prepares its graduates not only for post-secondary education but also to become active, contributing members of their community.
For more information, contact WILLIAM SMITH HIGH SCHOOL at (303) 364-8715 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AURORA, CO 80011-9380
(303) 364-8715
http://williamsmithhs.org
WILLIAM SMITH HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in AURORA, CO with about 339 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 339
- Teachers:
- 19.41
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 339 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 65.2%
- White
- 18.3%
- Black or African American
- 10.3%
- Two or more races
- 2.9%
- Asian
- 2.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 49.6%
- Male
- 50.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.